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Niners special-teams standout Demarcus Dobbs has been ruled out of Sunday’s game in St. Louis after he was involved in a single-car accident and subsequently arrested for marijuana possession early this morning in Santa Clara, CSN Bay Area reported.

Dobbs, who turned 25 today, was also believed to be under the influence of alcohol. He was the only person in the car and was not injured after he crashed on southbound San Tomas Expressway at 3:45 a.m. He was released early this morning and faces misdemeanor charges.

The team released a statement: “The 49ers are aware of the recent matter involving Demarcus Dobbs. We are gathering the relevant facts as it pertains to this situation. We have been in contact with both Demarcus and the League office. He will not be making the trip to St. Louis, and we will reserve further comment at this time.”

Dobbs, who has three special-teams tackles, leads the team with 567 special-teams points, according to a grading system used by the coaching staff. A backup defensive end, Dobbs also earned a role as the team’s No. 4 tight end after an impressive performance on offense during training camp. He made the 53-man roster last year as an undrafted rookie.

Today, the 49ers promoted linebacker Michael Wilhoite from the practice squad to the 53-man roster. Wilhoite said he will be active Sunday and will play on special teams.